NAYDAYA has launched their ‘End The Dry Spell’ campaign in an aim to de-stigmatise intimate dryness and increase visibility on the women’s health agenda, making solutions more accessible and boosting self-esteem. In a survey conducted by NAYDAYA 25% of women incorrectly assume that intimate dryness is an issue solely for older women, despite being common across all age groups – underscoring the urgent need for more education on this often-taboo subject. The survey also found that alarmingly, 54% of women who have experienced intimate dryness did not seek advice from a medical professional, ch ..read more

Raise & Replenish, the brand known for its vegan, caffeine-free superfood latte blends, has secured another commercial listing with the UK’s leading organic health and food retailer, Whole Foods Market, High Street Kensington. After its initial launch through its website, the brand enjoyed a successful concession at Harvey Nichols Manchester and expanded to online platforms and over 100 Holland & Barrett stores nationwide. Raise & Replenish products are also available at Daylesford Organic. Now, consumers can purchase all five Raise & Replenish SKUs  at Whole Foods Market ..read more

The European organic movement congratulates Ursula von der Leyen on her re-election as President of the European Commission and wishes her a successful second mandate. As IFOAM Organics Europe, we welcome her commitment to the European Green Deal and expect its effective implementation and continued progress to sustainable and resilient agri-food systems throughout her next mandate. Organic farmers and operators have high expectations for the Strategic Dialogue on the future of EU agriculture’s outcomes and the vision for Agriculture and Food announced today. Commission President von der Leye ..read more

In Italy, a resilient organic sector emerges from the Focus Bio Bank – Supermarkets & Specialty Retail 2024 report, available for free at issuu.com/biobank. It stands firm and resists even in times of crisis, in a scenario dominated by uncertainty. In fact, the Italian market for organic products, including retail, foodservice and exports, has reached €9.1 billion in 2023 (+8.7% compared to 2022). That of large-scale retail alone amounted to €4.2 billion in 2023 (+6.7%). But while sales in the large retail sector reached €2.4 billion (+7.9%), continuously growing since 2007, sales in orga ..read more

The UK must double its domestic fruit and vegetable production to improve public health and address environmental concerns, according to a coalition of environmental and farming groups. In an open letter co-ordinated by the Soil Association, TV presenters and influencers have joined voices from across the farming, food and environmental sectors to call on the new Prime Minister to back and scale up the UK horticulture sector. The call to action has signed by prominent chefs Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall and Anna Jones, author Dr. Chris van Tulleken, and farming influencer Sinead Fenton, amongs ..read more

Bone broth brand Freja, has announced the launch of a revolutionary new product; The Bone Broth Shake. Made with simple, 100% natural, wholefood ingredients, the new drinks will be available in four varieties; Raw Cacao, Vanilla Bean, Wild Strawberry, and Unflavoured, ideal for blending with your choice of ingredients. The shakes will be rolling out on the Freja website and Amazon from 15th July. Pitched as the perfect blend of protein and collagen (Types I and III), the drinks offer a convenient new way to enjoy the nutritional benefits of bone broth. Easy to make, the shakes can be enjoyed ..read more

This summer, the experts at organic, natural and eco-conscious beauty brand, Dr. Organic, have created a three-step regimen to ensure your feet look, feel and smell as good as the rest of you. Passionate about bringing sustainable, organic, effective and affordable beauty buys to market, these three new additions harness the purifying power of Tea Tree oil to keep your feet clean, fresh and nourished naturally. Tea Tree gets an A-star for treating problem skin. This, combined with organic Aloe Vera-infused water, rich in polysaccharides, vitamins and minerals creates a naturally soothing base ..read more

Two years after announcing a world-first decision to give nature a legal seat on their board of directors, Faith In Nature has launched the world’s first line of haircare and bodycare products, developed with nature as a board member. In 2022, Faith In Nature introduced the innovative framework that gave Nature a legal voice and vote in all decisions. They called on the expertise of the Earth Law Center in the US and Lawyers For Nature in the UK, to build the scheme which saw the non-human entity Nature become a director of the company at both a board and everyday level. The motto “What ..read more

Planning a holiday is an exciting time filled with the anticipation of relaxation, adventure and new experiences. But nothing can dampen a trip faster than unexpected health issues, especially ones that could have been easily prevented with a little preparation. Whether it’s the harmful effects of the sun on your skin, the discomfort of foot problems, or the nuisance of insect bites, being unprepared for these common travel woes can turn your dream getaway into a nightmare. Save your skin (and the sea) Protecting your skin from the sun’s harmful rays is essential for both immediate comfort and ..read more

Meatly has announced today that it has received regulatory clearance to sell cultivated meat for pet food in the UK, making it the first in the world to secure authorisation for cultivated pet food. The regulatory approval also makes Meatly the first-ever cultivated meat company approved for sale in any European country, and is a huge leap forward for the cultivated meat industry. The public announcement follows a close collaborative process between Meatly and the UK’s regulatory bodies, the Food Standards Agency (FSA), the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA), and the A ..read more